Chia Seed Protein Pudding (lots of flavor options!)
Chia seed pudding is a great way to get fiber in your diet. The classic way of making it doesn't contain a lot of fiber. This amped up version packed in 26 grams of protein per 1 cup serving! Make a simple vanilla, or choose 1 of the 5 flavor variations!
Servings: 4 1-cup servings
Calories: 325kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk or hemp milk
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (I use fat free)
- 40 grams whey protein isolate or protein powder of choice
- 20 grams collagen protein
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey, or sweetener of choice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- pinch sea salt
- 3/4 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, sweetener of choice, vanilla, and pinch of sea salt. Add additional flavorings here, like cacao powder, cinnamon, or crushed freezed dried rasperries.
- Add chia seeds, and whisk to combine. Allow the chia seeds to absorb liquid for about 5 minutes.
- Whisk the mixture again to prevent the chia seeds from clumping. Allow to sit another 5 minutes. Do this 3-4 times, until the mixture has begun to thicken and the seeds are staying separated.
- Store chia seed pudding in individual jars or a large glass jar. Refrigerate at least an hour, or overnight. Refrigerate protein chia pudding for up to 5 days.
Notes
FLAVOR VARIATIONS
Chocolate Chia Seed Protein Pudding: Add 1/4 cup raw cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder. This is a good option if you’re using a chocolate protein powder. Adjust sweetener to taste. If you’re in the mood for chocolate, do it up here! Add some cacao nibs or chopped dark chocolate, and some Raspberry Chia Jam. Raspberry or Strawberry Chia Seed Protein Pudding: Crush 1/2 cup of freeze dried raspberries or freeze dried strawberries, and whisk in during step 1. Berry flavors are delicious topped with almond butter, sunflower seed butter, and bananas! Mocha Protein Chia Pudding: Reduce milk to 2 cups. Add 1/4 cup raw cacao powder and 2 shots of espresso (or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or 1 teaspoon instant coffee). Whisk these in during step 1 of the recipe. Top your mocha protein pudding with an extra creamy scoop of Greek yogurt and some shaved dark chocolate. Chai Spice Protein Chia Pudding: Reduce milk to 2 cups. Add 1/2 cup strong brewed black tea. Whisk in 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, a pinch of nutmeg and a pinch of cardamom. Add a pinch of turmeric for extra antioxidant power! This pudding flavor is so good with mandarin oranges and some shredded coconut!HEALTHY TOPPINGS
- Sliced Bananas
- Strawberries, Raspberries, or Blueberries
- Chopped Peaches or Nectarines
- Mandarin Oranges
- Nuts: chopped almonds, walnuts, pecans, or cashews
- Seeds: hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds
- Coconut: unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut butter.
- Chocolate: My favs are chopped 85% dark chocolate and cacao nibs
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 258mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 499mg | Iron: 3mg